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Iranian Feminism: A Comparative Evaluation Of Its Impact And Future, Anna V. Eskamani
Iranian Feminism: A Comparative Evaluation Of Its Impact And Future, Anna V. Eskamani
HIM 1990-2015
For the casual observer, the term "Iranian feminist" is often considered to be an oxymoron. However, what seems to be an ironic juxtaposition actually holds a great length of truth: for over a century now, Iranian women have been marching, screaming, and fighting for equal gender rights--all the while embracing feminist ideals. In fact, "feminity" is a political symbol that has been influencing Iranian politics for over 150 years. From the very beginning of modern Iranian history, women have always played a pivotal role within Iranian history, constantly connecting the personal to the political. This research aims to explore this …